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Match Details :-

Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – 43rd Match
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
Date & Time: 29th September 2021 at 7:30 pm (IST)
Where to Watch Live: Star Sports Network & Hotstar.

Pitch Report: RR vs RCB : 43rd Match preview

Pitch Report: The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has often produced a middling pitch with a total in the vicinity of 160 often proves a winning one. Like any other pitch in the UAE, the Dubai strip too is on the sluggish side that goes slow as the match progresses. The average first innings score at this venue in IPL is 150 as compared to the overall T20 average first innings score of 158 at this venue.

IPL Matches 1st Innings Average Score – 150 runs

IPL Matches 2nd Innings Average Score – 135 runs

Chasing Team Record: 11 out of 28 wins.

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IPL Fantasy League Head to Head Stats: RR vs RCB : 43rd Match

Mathes Played: 24
Won by RCB: 11
Won by RR: 10
No Results: 03

Team News : RR vs RCB

Rajasthan Royals:

Rajasthan Royals started well the second leg of the IPL 2021. Although, they lost the last game against SRH. But, they are still in the race to qualify for the playoffs as they have to win their remaining 4 matches.

With 8 points in 10 matches the Royals are looking to get a place in the playoffs of IPL 2021. However, It will be exciting to watch both of the teams battling at the high scoring ground Dubai.

Also Read: T20 World Cup 2021: Players from the 2007 world Cup who will feature in this world cup

Royal Challengers Bangalore:

Royal Challengers Bangalore has finally comes back to winning ways. As they beat the defending champions Mumbai Indians in last match to go one step ahead. However, they are now becoming closer to closer to seal their spot in the playoffs.

With 12 points in 10 matches RCB is currently at 3rd place in the points table of IPL 2021. However, they just need at least 2 wins to book their spot into the playoffs. As both of the team needs to win it. So it will be interesting to watch them fighting for 2 points.

RR vs RCB : 43rd Match : Possible Playing XI

Rajasthan Royals:

Evin Lewis
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Sanju Samson(C & wk)
Liam Livingtone
Mahipal Lomror
Riyan Parag
Chris Morris
Chetan Sakariya
Kartik Tyagi
Mustafizur Rahman

Royal Challengers Bangalore:

Devdutt Paddikal
Virat Kohli (C)
Srikar Bharat (wk)
Gleen Maxwell
AB De Villers
Daniel Christian
Shahbaz Ahmed
Kyle Jamieson
Harshal Patel
Yuzvendra Chahal
Mohammad Siraj

Read Also: IPL Points Table 2021: Finally SRH backs in winning ways

IPL Fantasy Cricket Dream11 Team Prediction : Dream11 Fantasy Cricket : RR vs RCB : 43rd Match

You must change your team if any of these players aren't announced in the starting lineup.

Since its inaugural season in 2008, the IPL has recognized outstanding individual performances through various awards such as the Orange Cap for the highest run-scorer, the Purple Cap for the leading wicket-taker, and the Emerging Player Award for young talents. 

Among such individual awards held in high esteem is the Man of the Match award, given to the standout performer of each game. This award is presented to the player who makes the most significant impact, whether through batting, bowling, or all-round impact.

So let's take a look at the IPL facts of most Man of the Match awards in IPL history.

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IPL Facts | Most Man of the Match Awards in IPL

5# David Warner | 18

David Warner is one of the most consistent players in IPL history. He has won the Man of the Match award 18 times and is fifth on this list. He led Sunrisers Hyderabad to the title in the 2016 season, where he scored 848 runs. 

Overall, Warner has scored 6565 runs at a strike rate of 139.77 and an average of 40.52. He also holds the record for scoring the most fifties (60) in IPL history. However, Warner remained unsold in the ongoing season.

4# Virat Kohli | 18

RCB superstar Virat Kohli has been playing for the team in the IPL since 2008. Even after scoring over 8000 runs, Kohli is showing no signs of stopping. When it comes to winning Man of the Match awards, Kohli has won 18 awards just like David Warner. Along with 18 POTM, Kohli also has 1 Most Valuable Player of the Season.

Virat is also the highest run getter in IPL with the record of being the first player who scored 7000 runs in IPL history. Overall Kohli made 8190 runs in 249 innings with an average of 38.81 and a strike rate of 132.24.

Kohli has a superb season with the bat in IPL 2016 when he scored 4 hundreds in a single season along with a mammoth 973 runs.

3# Rohit Sharma | 19

Rohit Sharma, with 19 Man of the Match awards, ranks first among Indian players and third overall. He is arguably the most successful captain in IPL history, having led the Mumbai Indians to five titles in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020 seasons respectively. 

Alongside the brilliant captaincy, he is also a good batsman in IPL. He scored 6666 runs in IPL his career so far at an average of 29.36 and strike rate of 131.14.

Read Also: IPL: Most Man of the Match awards by Indian Players

2# Chris Gayle | 22

'Universe Boss' Chris Gayle has established himself as the greatest T20 cricketer of all time with his consistent performances over the years. The left-handed batsman has won the Player of the Match award 22 times in the league. 

Gayle has 4965 runs in the IPL at a strike rate of 148.96 and an average of 39.72. He has scored a record 6 centuries and 31 half-centuries in the history of the tournament. He also holds the record for the highest individual score(175*) in IPL history.

1# AB de Villiers | 25

Former South African batsman AB de Villiers also established himself as one of the leading finishers in T20 cricket. Mr 360 of T20 cricket has won 25 awards in the history of the league, the most by any player. 

Overall AB has scored 5162 runs in 170 innings at an incredible strike rate of 151.68 and an average of 39.70. De Villiers had decided to retire from all forms of cricket in November 2021.

IPL Facts | Indians with Most M.O.M Awards in IPL

Throughout the course of the Indian Premier League, a total of 99 centuries have been scored, starting from the very first game in the league's history back in 2008 when Kolkata Knight Riders' Brendon McCullum smothered 158 off 73 against the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

The team with the most number of centurions over the years is Royal Challengers Bangalore with 19 hundreds. So let's take a look at the IPL facts of most IPL centuries by IPL teams.

IPL Facts: Most IPL centuries by IPL teams

10. Kolkata Knight Riders | 3

KKR has witnessed three historic centuries over the years. Brendon McCullum’s 158 in the first-ever IPL match in 2008 remains one of the most iconic innings in T20 history. Gautam Gambhir and Venkatesh Iyer have also contributed crucial centuries for the team.

9. Lucknow Super Giants | 4

Lucknow Super Giants, a new franchise introduced in 2022, have already seen powerful individual performances. Quinton de Kock’s 140 against KKR in LSG’s debut season stands out as one of the best knocks in IPL history.

8. Gujarat Titans | 5

Gujarat Titans made an immediate impact by winning their debut season in 2022. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan have played match-winning innings, contributing to the team’s early success with powerful centuries.

7. Sunrisers Hyderabad | 7

Sunrisers Hyderabad, the IPL champions in 2016, has produced several match-winning centuries. David Warner, Jonny Bairstow, and Kane Williamson have been the key architects of these performances, often setting up or chasing down big targets.

6. Mumbai Indians | 8

Despite being the first team to win 5 IPL titles, Mumbai Indians have fewer individual centuries compared to other teams. However, notable innings include Sanath Jayasuriya’s 114 in 2008 and Rohit Sharma’s explosive century against KKR in 2012.

5. Chennai Super Kings | 10

Chennai Super Kings, one of the most successful IPL franchises with 5 titles, has relied more on team unity than individual brilliance. However, standout centuries include Shane Watson’s match-winning 117 in the 2018 final, which remains one of the most memorable innings in IPL history.

4. Delhi Capitals | 10

Delhi Capitals have had inconsistent team success, but their players have produced outstanding individual performances. Rishabh Pant, Prithvi Shaw, and David Warner have all scored centuries for the franchise, showcasing the batting depth within the team.

3. Punjab Kings | 16

Despite not winning an IPL title, the Punjab Kings have witnessed some spectacular individual performances. Chris Gayle has scored 6 centuries for PBKS, and David Miller’s blistering 101 off 38 balls in 2013 remains one of the most iconic innings in IPL history.

The latest addition to that list is Punjab Kings opener Priyansh Arya. Priyansh, who is playing in his first IPL season, amassed 104 runs off 42 balls, laced with 7 fours and 9 sixes.

2. Rajasthan Royals | 17

Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural champions of IPL in 2008, have produced some explosive batting performances over the years. Jos Buttler stands out with 4 centuries in the 2022 season, while Sanju Samson holds the record as the youngest player to score a century for Rajasthan Royals.

1. Royal Challengers Bangalore | 19

Royal Challengers Bangalore leads the list with 19 centuries, the most by any franchise. Virat Kohli alone accounts for 8 of these centuries, establishing himself as the backbone of RCB’s batting lineup. Other notable contributors include AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, whose explosive batting has helped in high scores.

Chris Gayle has the record for the fastest century for RCB with a 30-ball hundred against Pune Warriors India (at Bengaluru on 23 April 2013).

Royal Challengers Bengalore and Delhi Capitals will square off against each other in the upcoming 24th match of the ongoing IPL 2025 on Thursday April 10. The battle between the two in-form teams will take place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is a high-scoring venue and a key factor in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s fortunes. Its small boundaries, especially the straight ones, are usually 65 meters or less.

Also Read: MI vs RCB: Most Wickets against RCB in IPL

So, let's take a look at the IPL facts of RCB's record at Chinnaswamy since IPL 2023.

Most followed team in IPL

Royal Challengers Bangalore are one of the most followed teams in the IPL. Despite failing to win the trophy even once in the last 17 years, RCB has never witnessed a dip in their fan following.

The Bengaluru-based franchise has finished runners-up on three occasions in the past and have reached the play-offs a total of six times prior to the 2023 edition.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the franchise did not play in Chinnaswamy in the 2020, 2021, and 2022 editions of the tournament while the 2009 edition was held in South Africa.

Also Read: IPL facts: Players to play 100 IPL matches for each team

IPL Facts: RCB's Home Record in IPL

IPL Facts: RCB's Record at Chinnaswamy Since IPL 2023

The team has played a total of 15 IPL matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru since 2023. Of those, they have won 7 times and lost on 8 occasions.

As Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare to face off at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai today, all eyes will be on the bowlers who could make the difference in this high-stakes encounter. 

Now Mumbai Indians will get a boost as Jasprit Bumrah returns for their MI vs RCB clash. The pacer, sidelined since India’s final Border-Gavaskar Trophy in January due to a back injury, also missed the Champions Trophy and IPL’s early matches. Now fit, the 31-year-old is set for his season debut.

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So, before start of the MI vs RCB IPL 2025 match, let's take a look at the bowlers with most wickets against RCB in IPL.

MI vs RCB: Most Wickets against RCB in IPL

5. Ravichandran Ashwin | 26 Wickets

Ravichandran Ashwin is the fifth-highest wicket-taker against Royal Challengers Bengaluru among the active bowlers and sixth overall. The veteran spinner has enjoyed bowling for this team, and his spell in the finals of the 2011 season while playing for CSK helped Chennai win the tournament. 

Overall, Ashwin has played 31 games against RCB and taken 26 wickets at a brilliant economy rate of 7.12 and a best of 3/16. His bowling average is 28.03 against them.

The 38-year-old is still active in the IPL. He is representing his inaugural season team, the Chennai Super Kings, in the ongoing season.

4. Ravindra Jadeja | 26 Wickets

Ravindra Jadeja has played 34 matches against RCB and bowled 594 deliveries, taking 26 wickets at an impressive average of 28.38. His economy and control in the middle overs make him a key weapon, especially at spin-friendly venues.

With the bat, Jadeja has also been impactful. He batted in 27 innings, scoring 383 runs. Though not always at the top of the order, he has been a reliable lower middle-order batter. His highest score against RCB is 62*, and he averages 23.93 with a strike rate of 128.95.

3. Sandeep Sharma | 27 Wickets

Sandeep Sharma is an important member of RR’s bowling unit. The veteran pacer matched the performance of Trent Boult with the new ball and then also restricted the batters in the final overs. 

The veteran pacer has played just 19 innings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru until now. He has picked up a total of 27 wickets at an economy rate of 8.17. If he can take three wickets in the coming game, he will become the leading wicket-taker against RCB. His best figure against RCB is 3/15.

Sandeep has enjoyed bowling against RCB and its batters. He has also dismissed Virat Kohli seven times in the IPL.

Also Read: IPL facts: Players to play 100 IPL matches for each team

2. Sunile Narine | 27 Wickets

Having made his IPL debut in 2012, Sunile Narine has an incredible bowling average of 20.57 against RCB. He has played 22 IPL matches for KKR against RCB and has taken a phenomenal 27 wickets. His economy rate is a brilliant 6.69, which only adds to his reputation as one of the most dangerous bowlers in the league.

With the bat, Narine also has an exceptional strike-rate of 180.97 against RCB in the IPL. He has hammered 333 runs from 13 innings at 30.27 in this regard. His tally includes 35 fours and 23 sixes.

1. Jasprit Bumrah | 29 Wickets

In 19 matches against the Rajat Patidar-led side, Jasprit Bumrah has scalped 29 wickets at an average of 19.03 and an economy rate of 7.45. His best performance came just last season at the Wankhede, where he dismantled the RCB batting lineup with a sensational 5/21.

Notably, the last time Bumrah missed an entire IPL season was in 2023 due to injury. He returned in 2024 with a bang, playing 13 matches and bagging 20 wickets for the franchise. Across his IPL career, the India pacer has featured in 133 matches, claiming 165 wickets and establishing himself as one of the most consistent fast bowlers in the league.

Bumrah's return is particularly significant given his stellar record against RCB.

Suryakumar Yadav completed a special half century for Mumbai Indians on Friday. After this, he became just the eighth player to play 100 IPL games for the Mumbai Indians. The other players to achieve the feat are Rohit Sharma, Kieron Pollard, Harbhajan Singh, Lasith Malinga, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya and Ambati Rayudu. 

To mark the occasion, SKY was presented with a special customized jersey before the match. A two-time winner of the IPL with Mumbai Indians in 2019 and 2020, Suryakumar is one of only three batters to score 3000 runs for Mumbai Indians in the IPL.

Also Read: Most Wickets in IPL as a Captain

As Suryakumar Yadav has played his 100th game in the IPL, we take a look at some of the other names who have played 100 IPL Matches for each team.

100 IPL Matches for Each Team

Mumbai Indians

• Kieron Pollard
• Rohit Sharma
• Harbhajan Singh
• Lasith Malinga
• Ambati Rayudu
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Hardik Pandya 
• Suryakumar Yadav

While some franchises do not have any players with 100+ appearances, Mumbai Indians already have eight players.

Former captain Rohit Sharma has played 224 games since swapping Hyderabad for Mumbai. Kieron Pollard has been with the Mumbai Indians since 2010 and has played the second most games with the franchise (211). 

Legendary spinner Harbhajan Singh is third with 158 games to his name.

Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah have played 139 and 136 games respectively for the Mumbai Indians. Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav round out the top eight, having played 109 and 102 games respectively for the franchise.

Chennai Super Kings

• MS Dhoni
• Suresh Raina
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Dwayne Bravo
• Ravichandran Ashwin

Five players have made more than 100 IPL appearances for the Chennai Super Kings. MS Dhoni is a name who has been synonymous with CSK over the years. He leads the way with 262 appearances. Suresh Raina comes after MSD. He has played a total of 200 games for the team in yellow.

Ravindra Jadeja is third with 190 IPL games to his name with the Super Kings. Dwayne Bravo also joins the list for the Chennai Super Kings with his 130 appearances. Ravichandran Ashwin is fourth with 125 IPL games to his name with CSK.

Kolkata Knight Riders

• Gautam Gambhir
• Sunil Narine
• Yusuf Pathan
• Andre Russell

Four players have managed to reach the 100 game mark for the Kolkata Knight Riders. Sunil Narine, who has been with the Knight Riders for almost a decade now, has the most appearances with 189. Andre Russell comes second with 130 appearances.

Gautam Gambhir, who led KKR to two IPL titles, is third with 122 matches to his name. Swashbuckling all-rounder Yusuf Pathan also played a total of 122 games for the Kolkata Knight Riders.

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Royal Challengers Bangalore

• Virat Kohli
• AB de Villiers
• Yuzvendra Chahal

Three players who have been with the Royal Challengers Bangalore for a long time are on their list of 100+ appearance makers.

Former Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli has made 270 appearances for his IPL franchise. Meanwhile AB de Villiers and Yuzvendra Chahal have made 157 and 113 appearances respectively.

Rajasthan Royals

• Sanju Samson
• Ajinkya Rahane

Only two players have reached a century of games with the Rajasthan Royals. They are Ajinkya Rahane and captain Sanju Samson. 

RR skipper Sanju Samson made 149 appearances for his franchise. While Rahane was with the team from 2011 to 2019. He played 106 games for the Royals.

Sunrisers Hyderabad

• Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Only one player have played 100 IPL games for the Sunrisers Hyderabad. That is Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who made 145 appearances for SRH.

Delhi Capitals

• Rishabh Pant
• Amit Mishra

Two players have reached the century mark for the Delhi Capitals in terms of matches. 

Former skipper Rishabh Pant made 111 appearances for Delhi. While veteran spinner Amit Mishra played a total of 103 games for the Capitals since joining them in 2008.

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Punjab Kings

The Punjab Kings haven't had any players reach a century of games with them either, and it does not look like that will change any time soon. Piyush Chawla is their leading appearance maker, having played 87 games for them.